Best Schools in Loiza, PR
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Loiza?
Use this page to compare every school in Loiza by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Celso Gonzalez Vaillant
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Belen Blanco De Zequeira
High · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Elemental Mediania Alta
Elementary · Puerto Rico Department of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Loiza for 2026 are Celso Gonzalez Vaillant (7.8/10), Belen Blanco De Zequeira (7.1/10), and Elemental Mediania Alta (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$99,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$99,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Loiza
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celso Gonzalez Vaillant | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Belen Blanco De Zequeira | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Elemental Mediania Alta | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Superior Vocacional Eladio Rivera Quinones | 4.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Guillermina Rosado De Ayala | 4.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Nueva Bo. Mediania | 3.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Jobos Virtuoso Rivera Garcia | 3.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $18,408
- Median home value
- $99,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Loiza compares
Puerto Rico rank
#74 of 77
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.2
below Puerto Rico avg (6.3)
Median household income
$18k
76% of Puerto Rico median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Loiza, PR
Loiza, PR is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Loiza show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Loiza is Celso Gonzalez Vaillant with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Loiza is served by 1 school district: PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 240,910 students.
Loiza's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $18,408. The poverty rate in the area is 51.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 318 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 562 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.1 |
| 4 | 211 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 286 students · 6th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 419 students · 5th–12th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 436 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Loiza
Loiza, PR · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$18,408
Median Home Value
$99,600
Median Rent
$439/mo
Population
16,961
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
51.4%
Community Profile
Loiza has a median household income of $18,408. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $99,600, with a median rent of $439/month. The area has a poverty rate of 51.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- PR
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academics, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but is not factored into the score. Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Loiza, PR
How many schools are in Loiza, PR?
Loiza has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Loiza, PR?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Loiza is 5.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Loiza, PR?
The top-ranked school in Loiza on MySchoolScout is Celso Gonzalez Vaillant with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Loiza, PR?
The top-ranked elementary school in Loiza on MySchoolScout is Celso Gonzalez Vaillant with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Loiza, PR?
The top-ranked middle school in Loiza on MySchoolScout is Nueva Bo. Mediania with a composite score of 3.8/10.
What is the best high school in Loiza, PR?
The top-ranked high school in Loiza on MySchoolScout is Belen Blanco De Zequeira with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Loiza, PR?
Loiza is served by 1 school district: Puerto Rico Department of Education.
What is the education level in Loiza, PR?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Loiza have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Loiza, PR?
The median household income in Loiza is approximately $18,408 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Loiza, PR?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Loiza is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Loiza, PR?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Puerto Rico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.